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Homeless Elderly Women in Cars, Over a Million for Pickleball, Casa Grande Council Hears

Homeless Elderly Women in Cars, Over a Million for Pickleball, Casa Grande Council Hears

Mar 27, 2026
A Casa Grande resident questioned over a million spent on pickleball courts while elderly women sleep in cars. A local church rebuilds after arson, approximately $8 million short.
High-Density Townhome Development Near Old West Highway Clears Apache Junction Commission

High-Density Townhome Development Near Old West Highway Clears Apache Junction Commission

Mar 26, 2026
The Apache Junction Planning Commission voted 4–3 to recommend approval of the Acacia by Diamante Homes townhome rezoning. A council work session is set for April 6, with a public hearing April 21.
Commission Recommends Approval of 560-Home Fieldstone Development

Commission Recommends Approval of 560-Home Fieldstone Development

Mar 21, 2026
The Pinal County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the 560-home Fieldstone development on March 19. The project now heads to the Board of Supervisors for a final decision.
560-Home Fieldstone Community Heads to Pinal County Planning and Zoning Hearing March 19

560-Home Fieldstone Community Heads to Pinal County Planning and Zoning Hearing March 19

Mar 17, 2026
Pinal County's P&Z Commission hears the Fieldstone development proposal March 19. Up to 560 homes near Bella Vista Road raise traffic concerns for area residents.
County Plan Targets 390 Economically Sustainable Homes

County Plan Targets 390 Economically Sustainable Homes

Mar 14, 2026
Pinal County presented a 10-year plan to create 390 affordable homes. The Unincorporated Pinal County Housing Plan is open for public comment through April 10.
Sunrise Ranch Maricopa: 489+ Homes and Townhomes Proposed

Sunrise Ranch Maricopa: 489+ Homes and Townhomes Proposed

Mar 12, 2026

The Maricopa Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4–2 to recommend…

Casa Grande I-10 Rezone Denied Amid Traffic, Notice Concerns

Casa Grande I-10 Rezone Denied Amid Traffic, Notice Concerns

Mar 10, 2026
Casa Grande's Planning Commission voted 4–3 to deny a mixed-use zone change for 273 acres near the Florence Boulevard and I-10 interchange. Here's what was proposed and what comes next for residents.
New Retail, Housing and Road Changes Planned for McCartney and Pinal in Casa Grande

New Retail, Housing and Road Changes Planned for McCartney and Pinal in Casa Grande

Mar 10, 2026
The Casa Grande Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Villago Village PAD amendment that shifts commercial land to multi-family housing along Pinal Avenue.
Proposed Marabella Revitalization District Could Add $1,773 to Annual Homeowner Costs

Proposed Marabella Revitalization District Could Add $1,773 to Annual Homeowner Costs

Mar 3, 2026
Casa Grande Council discussed a Marabella revitalization district to fund infrastructure for 500 new homes. No decisions were made at the study session.
Queen Creek Moves to Release Thousands of Pinal County Residents From Its Planning Area While Advancing Ocotillo-Meridian Annexation

Queen Creek Moves to Release Thousands of Pinal County Residents From Its Planning Area While Advancing Ocotillo-Meridian Annexation

Mar 2, 2026
Queen Creek moves to release two Pinal County areas from its municipal planning area boundary. The Ocotillo-Meridian annexation advances separately
13,294 Home Sites Approved in San Tan Valley, County Engineer Tells Town Council

13,294 Home Sites Approved in San Tan Valley, County Engineer Tells Town Council

Feb 23, 2026
Pinal County mapped 13,294 approved home sites and 1,430 apartments in San Tan Valley. Council members raised traffic and road concerns.
Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley: Commission Splits on Apartments at Gary Road and Skyline

Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley: Commission Splits on Apartments at Gary Road and Skyline

Feb 23, 2026
Pinal County planners voted against The Vine at Skyline San Tan Valley, a proposed apartment and commercial project. The Board of Supervisors will make the final decision.
Proposed Apartments at Skyline and Gary Road Draw Pushback in San Tan Valley

Proposed Apartments at Skyline and Gary Road Draw Pushback in San Tan Valley

Feb 7, 2026
A San Tan Valley resident raised concerns about the Skyline and Gary Road development at a council meeting. A Pinal County hearing is set for February 19.
Downtown Roers Apartments Denied; Apache Junction Mayor Suggests General Plan Review

Downtown Roers Apartments Denied; Apache Junction Mayor Suggests General Plan Review

Feb 4, 2026
Apache Junction City Council voted 5-2 to deny Roers 88 North apartments. Mayor Wilson suggested revisiting the voter-approved general plan after the denial.
Roers 88 North Updates Downtown Apache Junction Plans

Roers 88 North Updates Downtown Apache Junction Plans

Jan 24, 2026
Developer presents revised designs for Roers 88 North apartments in Apache Junction. Council to vote February 3 on the 300-unit downtown rental project.
San Tan Valley 340-Home Koepnick Development Faces Delay

San Tan Valley 340-Home Koepnick Development Faces Delay

Jan 19, 2026
Koepnick Property San Tan Valley hearings continued to March over road access concerns. The 69-acre development proposes 340 homes south of Judd Road near Copper Basin.
Pinal County Residents Losing Local Control Under New State, Federal Laws

Pinal County Residents Losing Local Control Under New State, Federal Laws

Dec 31, 2025
A new Arizona law eliminates public hearings for many development approvals. Federal proposals would further limit local control over cell towers.
Downtown Apache Junction Gets 100-Unit Skyline Towns

Downtown Apache Junction Gets 100-Unit Skyline Towns

Dec 26, 2025
Apache Junction Council voted 6-1 to approve Skyline Towns, a 100-unit market-rate rental development in the downtown corridor. Construction follows a 30-day wait.
Income-Restricted Apartment Delayed in Apache Junction

Income-Restricted Apartment Delayed in Apache Junction

Dec 24, 2025
Apache Junction delays Roers 88 North, a 300-unit income-restricted apartment project in the downtown core. Developer requested more time for revisions.
San Tan Valley Water and Housing: Builders Face Supply Limits

San Tan Valley Water and Housing: Builders Face Supply Limits

Dec 20, 2025
State groundwater restrictions limit new housing to areas with secured water supplies. A builders' representative explained how this affects San Tan Valley.
Loss of Rural Character: Siena Signals Urban Shift in Hidden Valley

Loss of Rural Character: Siena Signals Urban Shift in Hidden Valley

Dec 19, 2025
Rural character fades as Siena development signals urban shift in Pinal County. Officials outline 76,000-unit transformation over decades.
Florence Boulevard Land Use Change Opens Door for New Development in Casa Grande

Florence Boulevard Land Use Change Opens Door for New Development in Casa Grande

Dec 17, 2025
Casa Grande approves a General Plan amendment for 353 acres at Florence Boulevard and Overfield Road. The change allows commercial, industrial, and residential mixed-use development.
Pinal County Approves ADU Rules Before State Deadline

Pinal County Approves ADU Rules Before State Deadline

Dec 13, 2025
Pinal County approves accessory dwelling unit regulations ahead of January 2026 deadline. New rules allow multiple ADUs on residential lots.
Moonlight Ridge San Tan Valley Rezoning Denied by Pinal County

Moonlight Ridge San Tan Valley Rezoning Denied by Pinal County

Dec 11, 2025
Pinal County supervisors rejected the Moonlight Ridge San Tan Valley rezoning 3-2, keeping 14 acres commercial instead of rental townhomes.
San Tan Valley Urban Core: A Vision for the Town’s Future

San Tan Valley Urban Core: A Vision for the Town’s Future

Dec 5, 2025
San Tan Valley's first town manager outlines plans for the 3,239-acre urban core. Flexible zoning aims to attract developers and create jobs.
San Tan Valley: 1,195 Lots Win Commission Backing

San Tan Valley: 1,195 Lots Win Commission Backing

Nov 21, 2025
Planning commission recommends Bella Vista 23 San Tan Valley development with 1,195 lots. Three sections span 305 acres near Quail Run Road.
Florence Council Approves Adamsville Road Property Rezoning

Florence Council Approves Adamsville Road Property Rezoning

Nov 19, 2025
Florence Council approved zone change for Adamsville Road property on November 18. The rezoning allows up to four homes on the two-acre parcel.
Casa Grande Homeless Ordinance: Resident Urges Help

Casa Grande Homeless Ordinance: Resident Urges Help

Nov 18, 2025
Barbara Sundust asks Casa Grande to support homeless residents after urban camping ordinance enforcement began October 1. Mayor outlines city response efforts.
Maricopa Code Amendments Speed Approvals, Remove Public Hearings

Maricopa Code Amendments Speed Approvals, Remove Public Hearings

Nov 17, 2025
Maricopa code amendments won Planning Commission approval on Oct. 27. Changes address state laws, housing impacts, and development standards.
Pinal County Advances Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations to Meet State Deadline

Pinal County Advances Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations to Meet State Deadline

Nov 13, 2025
Pinal County advances accessory dwelling unit regulations following state mandate. New rules allow multiple ADUs per property with reduced setback requirements by January 2026.